Why has hunting been banned in India?
Hunting has been banned in India because many species have become extinct or endangered due to illegal hunting (poaching).
The early hunters used primitive tools made of stones, twigs or arrows, so the number of animals killed was limited. However, with modern technological progress, hunting became more destructive and threatened wildlife populations.
Additionally, hunting is recognized as an unsustainable activity. This realisation led to the need for protecting wildlife and preventing further loss of species.
Explanation
The textbook context clearly states that many species have become extinct or endangered due to illegal hunting (poaching). It also mentions that hunting is an unsustainable activity, which is why human beings shifted to domestication of animals. The comparison between early hunters using primitive tools (which limited animal kills) and modern hunting practices highlights why regulation became necessary.